'Empire of Desire' by Rina Kent is a captivating tale of forbidden love between Gwyneth Shaw and Nathaniel Weaver, her father's best friend. The book delves into their tumultuous relationship, from Gwen's unrequited love since she was a teenager to their unexpected marriage of convenience that leads to a deep emotional connection. As their love story unfolds, readers are taken on a rollercoaster of emotions, from heart-wrenching moments to explosive declarations of love, all set against a backdrop of intense chemistry and forbidden passion. Rina Kent's writing style expertly weaves together sweet and spicy moments, intricate plot twists, and well-developed characters, making 'Empire of Desire' a compelling read that keeps readers hooked till the very end.

Characters:

The characters are well-developed, with Nate and Gwen experiencing significant emotional growth throughout the story.

Writing/Prose:

The writing style is engaging and emotional, effectively capturing the depth of characters and enhancing their dynamics.

Plot/Storyline:

The plot revolves around a forbidden romance between a young woman and her father's best friend, marked by emotional growth and unexpected twists.

Setting:

The story is set in a modern context, focusing on family and personal dynamics that influence the characters' relationship.

Pacing:

The pacing is fast and engaging, maintaining constant emotional intensity and smooth transitions in character development.

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Notes:

The main characters are Nate, 35, and Gwen, 18, who is his best friend's daughter.

Nate is described as stoic, cold, but eventually becomes a passionate romantic.

Gwen shows a mix of youthful impulsiveness and emotional maturity.

The story features themes of forbidden love and an age gap romance.

Gwen has harbored a crush on Nate since she was a teenager.

The relationship between Nate and Gwen evolves from caretaker to lovers.

There are significant plot twists, keeping readers engaged until the end.

The emotional intensity of their relationship leads to personal growth for both characters.

Gwen shares a beautiful and tender relationship with her father, which adds depth to the story.

Nate and Gwen's chemistry is considered off the charts and integral to the plot.

The book includes moments of both sweet tenderness and intense drama.

Some readers enjoyed the development of Nate's character, noting his growth throughout the novel.

Gwen's pursuit of Nate challenges societal norms and explores controversial themes.

The story contains both humorous and heartbreaking moments, evoking a range of emotions.

The writing is praised for being well-crafted and engaging.

Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings

Content warnings for Empire of Desire include themes involving an age gap relationship, emotional manipulation, and references to past trauma.

Has Romance?

Yes, the romance is a central focus in Empire of Desire, characterized by intense passion and emotional depth between the characters Nate and Gwen.

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From The Publisher:

My forbidden husband.

I kissed my father's best friend and it kind of didn't go well.

Not only because he's eighteen years older than me-but he also didn't like it.

Not one bit.

In my defense, I didn't mean to fall for him. It just happened.

Nathaniel Weaver is the most attractive man I've ever seen with enough charisma to blind the sun.

He's bigger than the world, owns half of it and conquered the other half.

He was forbidden.

Wrong.

So I totally got over him. Or so I told myself.

Until we're forced to get married.

Now I'm trapped.

But maybe he's trapped too.

Because we're both reaching for that forbidden fruit dangling between us. Empire of Desire is a complete STANDALONE. No other books should be read prior to this.

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Empire of Desire

Rina Kent

Book 1 in the series:Empire